Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $163,100 +15.7% vs national
Median hourly $78.42
10th percentile $107,940
90th percentile
Employed locally 210
National median $140,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $107,940
    25th
    $123,300
    50th (median)
    $163,100
    75th
    $221,650

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer and Information Research Scientists salary vs area income 193% Median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary is 93% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer and Information Research Scientists make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Phoenix, AZ is $78.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $196.82 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Computer and Information Research Scientists salaries?

    The median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary in Phoenix, AZ is 15.7% above the national median of $140,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Phoenix?

    Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $107,940 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $123,300.